UK: London City Airport briefly evacuated due to fire alarm May 16

Event

London City Airport (LCY) was briefly evacuated following a fire alarm activation on the evening of Wednesday, May 16 (local time). According to LCY, flight service resumed at 19:20 after determining it was a false alarm and some travelers were still in the process of passing through security and reentering the airport as of 20:03. Residual flight delays are expected in the coming hours.

Advice

Individuals planning on flying from, to, or through LCY are advised to monitor developments to the situation, confirm travel reservations, and contact their airline for more information.